Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

OCT is a powerful, non invasive diagnostic imaging technology that provides high resolution, cross sectional images of the eye. In Ophthalmology, OCT has a broad range of clinical applications because of its ability to perform “optical biopsy” of the retina. The retina is the multi-layered sensory tissue lining the back of the eye. OCT allows us to visualize this in cross section, in exceptional detail, to accurately diagnose abnormalities.

Visucam Retina Fluorescein Camera

The study is performed by injecting a sodium based dye (Fluorescein) into the arm vein. The dye appears in the blood vessels in the retina after 10-15 seconds. As the dye travels through the retinal blood vessels, the photographer shoots pictures of the retina with the special retinal camera. If there are any abnormalities on the retina, the dye will usually reveal them by leaking, staining or by its inability to get through blocked blood vessels.

Constellation Vision System

The latest expansion of the CEH's technological ability includes the acquisition of the Constellation Vision System, the most advanced device for retina surgery.
This device enables eye surgeons to carry out this delicate procedure with more precision and security. The biggest advantage however is that most procedures can be completed with one machine.
The device also makes the micro incision surgery procedure faster and much less traumatic for patients.
Incorporated into the device, is the distinctive Ultravit-pneumatic cutting point, which optimizes intercept speed and fluid management and thereby making it possible to work closer to the retina.
Visualization is an utmost important part of the success of the retina surgeon. The new Constellation device uses the latest Xenon light technology that improves the visualization for the surgeon remarkably.
Even the famous Purepoint laser device is included in this system in order to make laser therapy, easy and reliable.
Although the technology makes extremely complex operations possible, surgery remains an exceptionally challenging field and the skills of the surgeon remains most important.